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Golden raisins and sweet bell peppers form a sweet-acidic condiment to spoon over chicken breasts whose juices are sealed with a coating of egg whites, parmesan cheese, and a whisper of breadcrumbs.
4 large bell peppers (2 red, 1 yellow, 1 orange)
¼ cup olive oil
1/3 cup golden raisins
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
6 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup flour
2 egg whites, beaten
- Cut peppers into strips that are ½-inch wide and 2-1/2 inches long. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add peppers and cook until softened and browned a bit, about 15 minutes. Add raisins and cook 2 minutes. Add ¼ cup balsamic vinegar and sugar and cook several minutes longer. Add sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in toasted almonds. Keep warm.
- Place each chicken breast between 2 sheets of parchment paper (or plastic wrap) and, using a meat mallet or rolling pin, flatten them slightly.
- Combine breadcrumbs and cheese in a shallow dish. Place flour in another shallow dish.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, and dip in beaten egg whites. Dredge chicken in breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a very large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Remove from heat. Place the chicken and pepper mixture on a serving platter; set aside and keep warm.
- Add 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and ¼ cup water to pan. Stir with a wooden spoon to loosen brown bits. Cook over high heat for 1 minutes until syrupy. Pour pan juices through a strainer and onto the chicken. Serve immediately.
Serves 6